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Laudanum

LAW-duh-nuhm

/ˈlɔːdʌnʌm/

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laudanum

Dictionary meaning

Narcotic consisting of an alcohol solution of opium or any preparation in which opium is the main ingredient.

Synonyms: tincture of opium

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